Why Cyber Security Awareness Training In Reading Beats Firewalls Alone
In April 2025, retail giant M&S suffered a significant data breach that exposed thousands of customers’ personal information. You’ve probably seen it making headlines, but what you might not know is that the attack didn’t begin with sophisticated hackers breaking through state-of-the-art firewalls or exploiting complex system vulnerabilities. Instead, it started with something much simpler: […]
Cyber Essentials Isn’t the Finish Line – Here’s What to Do After Certification
So, you’ve attained Cyber Essentials certification. Congratulations! You’ve now got a solid security foundation, demonstrated your commitment to fundamental best practices, and met insurance requirements or tender prerequisites – but you’re far from the finish line. That’s because there is no finish line when it comes to cyber security. Cyber criminals don’t pause their activities […]
How One Oxford Firm Strengthened Its Security and Gained Client Trust with Cyber Essentials
It’s easy to assume that your business is too small to be targeted by cyber-attacks. But in reality, criminals often see SMEs as low-hanging fruit – especially those handling sensitive data. That’s why Cyber Essentials has become such an important stepping stone for businesses looking to prove they take cyber security seriously. This blog explores […]
Windows 10 is Running Out of Time: What Oxford Businesses Need to Know
The staple of business environments is coming to an end. For nearly a decade, Windows 10 has been the operating system for many businesses in Oxford. But as the final countdown to end-of-life draws closer, it’s time for local businesses to face an important decision: upgrade to Windows 11, find a stopgap solution, or risk […]
Are Oxford Charities Doing Enough to Protect Against Cyber Threats?
When we think of the go-to targets for cybercriminals, it’s natural to think of businesses across a number of different industries. However, the government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 found that 30% of charities experienced a cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months. Oxford’s charitable sector plays a vital role in supporting […]
Chatbots in the Classroom? How Oxford Schools Can Safely Embrace AI Tools Like Co-Pilot
AI in schools is transforming how students approach learning challenges in unprecedented ways. When faced with a difficult homework question or confusing concept, today’s students increasingly turn to AI chatbots for instant answers and explanations. This represents a fundamental shift from how previous generations learned. Where students once had to wait for teacher office hours, […]
The 5 Cyber Security Gaps We Find in Most New Clients
Most businesses don’t realise they have cyber security gaps until it’s too late. A 2022 report from the UK’s Department for Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) found that almost all respondents took cyber security a lot more seriously after experiencing a breach themselves. Whether it’s clinging on to outdated systems or working with misconfigured tools, […]